BACK2BACK DJ BATTLE
FEATURED DJS
BACK2BACK DJ BATTLE FEATURED DJS
SEASON 1 PODCASTS
WELCOME to our debut show, hosted by our very own finalists LIMI and DJ PROGRAMMA. In the first episode we're introducing the Back2Back brand for those who don't know. Focusing on the live battles, detailing the format and how the competition works. Our hosts gives you more insight on how they are as DJs and talked at length about their experiences in the battles as finalists in the March tournament. Expect to hear their mini mixes in between ranging from DnB, chill UK Bass, Amapiano, UK Funky and beyond.
WELCOME to the official Back2Back Battle podcast, hosted by our very own finalists LIMI and DJ PROGRAMMA. In this second episode we're featuring a special guest, the winner of the June tournament CHEDDA BRED. We'll chat about how he planned for the battles and his experience in the live show full of adrenalin. Our hosts along with Chedda Bred will jam in a mini b2b2b introducing a range of genres including Funk, UK Funky and Gqom.
WELCOME to the official Back2Back Battle podcast, hosted by our very own finalists LIMI and DJ PROGRAMMA. In this third episode, the founders of the battle talk candidly about how the concept was born, the thought process in talent scouting and selection, the work behind the scenes to successfully deliver these live shows every tournament and a whole lot of laughs in between as they reminisce and share dreams for the future. They even tried to fit in a b4b in between the chats!
WELCOME to the official Back2Back Battle podcast, hosted by our very own finalists LIMI and DJ PROGRAMMA. In this fourth episode we're featuring a special guest, the winner of the September tournament LJ SHELLINGS. We'll chat about the themes he got called for to battle, his background in music, DJing and launching Akin a branded night to put SE London on the map. Our hosts along with LJ Shellings will jam in a mini b2b2b introducing a range of genres including House, Tech House, UKG, Bassline
WELCOME back to the official Back2Back Battle podcast, hosted by our very own finalists LIMI and DJ PROGRAMMA. In this final 5th episode of the year we're featuring THE Season 1 finale WINNER The Cooke. We'll chat about his journey from DJing back in New Zealand to landing in a London hitting the ground running. He gives us an insight into the prep for the battles, alongside Limi who was also the All-Stars finalist in the season finale. Our hosts along with The Cooke will jam in a mini b2b2b introducing a range of genres including Bass, Grime, Afro Fusion, Breaks and plenty of stanky edits.
SEASON 1 MIXES
Introducing RICO VISION - Finalist from March 2024 tournament Actor by day, DJ by night. Rico Vision, the North London DJ, draws inspiration from London's rich music scene. “I create because I love and enjoy it but truly I create for the people and not myself!” His sound ranges from Garage, UK Funky, Grime, House, Disco and more Rico Vision IG @ricovisionltd Follow us on IG @Back2BackDJBattle
Introducing JUST P - Finalist from March 2024 tournament Just P started as a bedroom DJ in 2016, where she worked on her craft and with her passion for DJing, she was able to elevate herself into the public domain by 2022. In the past year, she has played for different nights such as Baile Ldn, Looney Choonz and Funky adjacent. She recently had her Ministry of Sound debut for Tribal Life, collaborated with other brands putting on an event at Hackney Social and one of her mixes was also featured on one of Arthi's Rinse FM shows. She holds different radio residencies Mode London and Brixton radio hosting monthly shows where she regularly invites guests. Her usual sounds are: Percussive, UK Funky, Amapiano, Afro house, Afro Beat, Baile funk, Reggaeton, Garage, Dubstep. Just P IG @justpbxn Follow us on IG @Back2BackDJBattle
VENXM is an international master blender and theee self appointed CEO of Good Vibes. He is one of the founders of the Back2Back Battle, and the main host and MC at the live show. His sound ranges from UK Funky, UKG, Bass, Afro House, Mash ups and more. He is also the face behind Dalston Radio Live “I love to create environments where people can let go and enjoy themselves!” Follow on INSTAGRAM @back2backDJbattle @venxm.music @dalstonradiolive
Introducing Manekï Nekö - Finalist from June 2024 tournament A London born DJ & Producer based in Amsterdam. Blending UKG, Breakbeats & jungle with wobbly basslines, playful vocals and futuristic beats inspired by juicy garage sounds and smooth breaks. With every beat he spins, he invites you to share in his world - a world where good fortune is not just a promise, but a rhythm we can all dance to ;) Manekï Nekö IG @yo.maneki.neko Follow us on IG @Back2BackDJBattle
Introducing Alma Luna - Finalist from June 2024 tournament Colombian producer and DJ influenced by the folk and popular rhythms of her country. She aims to share an experience of blending traditional rhythms with the energy and power of techno and other branches of electronic music. Alma Luna IG @almasincigarro Follow us on IG @Back2BackDJBattle
Introducing DJ Lil E - Finalist from June 2024 tournament Energy, Nostalgia & Bass - Three ways to describe one of Londons most versatile Open Format DJs. Representing NW London - DJ LIL-E always blends an eclectic & memorable bass oriented mix. Whether its a faster paced break/ dnb set or a vibey tech house set she ensures the grooves keep going long into the afters. DJ Lil E IG @djlileofficial Follow us on IG @Back2BackDJBattle
Introducing Leenoz - Finalist from March 2024 tournament The founder of Pomp Circus and a South London original playing anything from 130-145bpm Leenoz IG @leenozdj Follow us on IG @Back2BackDJBattle
Introducing SAMO - Finalist from June 2024 tournament SAMO is an artist and DJ whose mixing focuses on movement and exploration of sounds and experiences reminiscent of past, present and future. Tending to mix "enough of everything" SAMO interweaving motifs and elements of tracks to form narratives & stories to be rediscovered; branching genres to take listeners on a journey of dance, singing and head bopping. SAMO IG @silvercastor_ Follow us on IG @Back2BackDJBattle
Introducing Simplistic FX - Finalist from January 2024 tournament Inspired by South African house music, he took up DJ'ing with the ambition to share his interpretation of the sound that is Amapiano. "Casting a light on the varying vibes, from the heart pumping base lines, log drum, soulful & mesmerising S A vocals. So my mission is Simplistic, deliver Vibe-ranium to your Cranium” Simplistic FX @callmesimplisticfx Follow us on IG @Back2BackDJBattle
Introducing JVINCENT - Finalist from June 2024 tournament JVINCENT is a versatile British Filipino DJ, and artist from London, known for his innovative creations in rug tufting, painting, illustrations, and hand-poke tattooing. His performances have lit up creative hubs like The Orange Room and DIJONSS, 12th Knot, as well as radio stations including Brixton Radio and Mode Radio. With a sound that blends eclectic beats and drum-heavy basslines, JVINCENT's music spans Baile Funk, Jungle, UK Grime, and Electronic genres. JVINCENT @jeronworrel Follow us on IG @Back2BackDJBattle
Introducing Lim Lam - Finalist from January 2024 tournament A London-based DJ and music producer with over a decade of experience, showcases mastery across various electronic music genres. Specialising in 140 and dubstep. With a passion for creating emotive connections through music, Lim Lam brings a fresh, dynamic energy to the electronic music scene. Lim Lam IG @limlamofficial Follow us on IG @Back2BackDJBattle
Introducing BLAYNEE - Finalist from January 2024 tournament Fresh to London’s underground scene, BLAYNEE delivers slick selections of high-energy house and techno. Lock in for his latest session of cosmic wall-rattlers... Blaynee IG @blaynee_ Follow us on IG @Back2BackDJBattle
Introducing 88SSIXX- Finalist from March 2024 tournament A DJ from Taiwan with experience performing in London, Liverpool, and Taipei. His sound spans across Hip Hop, UK Garage, Jungle, and Drum & Bass. He’s played at several clubs, including Meraki, 24 Kitchen Street, and Four Quarters. He’s also played for and supported artists like Kanine and Turno. 88SSIXX IG @88ssixx_tw Follow us on IG @Back2BackDJBattle
Introducing Mattana - Finalist from January 2024 tournament Mattana's energetic sets bring together global rave riddims in explosive sets that set dancefloors alight. A regular at Boomtown and Tropical Pressure festivals, Mattana is also passionate about the power of music and dance to bring together community, playing for iconic queer & feminist nights including Popola, Quench and Party In Your Pants. Mattana IG @carysmattana Follow us on IG @Back2BackDJBattle
Introducing Maestro - Finalist from March 2024 tournament The Maestro is Watford born but London raised with a chaotic, relentless and technical mixing style that touches all ends of European rave music. Whether he's spinning 90s drum and bass on the wax or dub techno live on the 909, at only 19 I have many more dance floors left to shake! Maestro IG @thatsthemaestro Follow us on IG @Back2BackDJBattle
Introducing Badly Drawn Banana - Finalist from March 2024 tournament "HIYA I’m BDB from London, into oldskool dance of every kind ever since I could get my grubby little hands on a CD. My sound’s always changing as a go through teenager-level phases of genre obsessing, but you can always expect a wide range from moi. House, garage, techno, trance, drum n bass, jungle, breakbeat yada yada YADA etc. You name it, I’m all over it." Badly Drawn Banana IG @badly_drawn_banana Follow us on IG @Back2BackDJBattle
Introducing Who is Teekay? - Runner up from June 2024 tournament A Netherlands born but London raised multi-genre producer and DJ. He started DJ'ing out of spite as a DJ skipped the favourite part of his song. So he decided to take matters into his own hands and learn to DJ. Who is Teekay? IG @teekayortk Follow us on IG @Back2BackDJBattle
Introducing Isaac Frost - Finalist from June 2024 tournament Hailing from south London, Isaac Frost is an emerging multi-genre DJ and Producer with previous performances at Boxpark, Brixton Jamm and EXT radio to name a few. His genre bending mixes and edits will always keep you on your toes! Isaac Frost IG @isaac___frost Follow us on IG @Back2BackDJBattle
DJ and producer LIMI provides a sonic exploration of liminality in all its forms. Known for open-format sets featuring eclectic blends of soulful resonance and deep percussive beats - focused on the spaces between sounds and the blurred lines between genres. Ranging from Hip Hop, Nu-Jazz and Afrobeat, to Global Club, Alt Techno and UK Bass, expect a sexy selection of high-energy, bass-heavy, feminine, clubland energy. Out and about and on the scene, Limi plays (& dances) regularly at Soho House, Peckham Audio, Doña and Colour Factory as resident DJ for Orii Community. London-based creative and multi-disciplinary freelancer, specialising in production, programming and digital marketing. Working at the grassroots level for value-driven venues, promoters and underrepresented communities. Follow on INSTAGRAM @limi_dj
DJ PROGRAMMA is recognised by the BBC and awarded as one of the top global emerging talents by Beatport and Pioneer. Fusing his love of the club with a passion for complex musicality, he has a reputation for crafting sets that take his audience on a journey through genres that inspire him. Programma is also the co-founder of Gifted which is a live, radio and DJ show with a loyal following and creator of the DJ soundscaping art project The Eternal Mix. DJ Programma is about the blends. As a cross-genre, open format DJ, smooth blends and transitions are core to his style. His selection prefers the less harsher sounds in music, easier on the ear and danceable. "I love to create environments where people can let go and enjoy themselves!” Follow on INSTAGRAM @djprogramma
Introducing Make Money Mafia - Finalist from September 2024 tournament A London based DJ, with Australian roots, he is known his obsession of curating a mix of underground tunes. He blends dark, gritty basslines with soulful rhythms, he loves digging for hidden gems from across the globe, found of the beaten track. Make Money Mafia IG @j.ed.k
Introducing Kitsch - Finalist from September 2024 tournament A South London-based DJ and producer. Her music and mixes blend together elements of house, garage, breaks and bass, featuring vocals ranging from dreamy and intimate, to lo-fi and glitchy. Kitsch IG @lalabennett
Introducing VERTEX - Finalist from September 2024 tournament Vertex aims to bring you the freshest musical fusions, keeping it purely open format as very few genres go unmixed by VERTEX. VERTEX IG @mixedbyvertex
Introducing THE COOKE - Finalist from September 2024 tournament Hailing from Wellington, New Zealand The Cooke is a multi-genre artist aimed at bringing as much energy and fun to the dancefloor as possible. With multiple club residencies, underground gigs and festivals under his belt it is safe to say that The Cooke has graduated from "just another DJ" to an experienced selecta behind the booth. THE COOKE IG @_thecooke_ Follow us on IG @Back2BackDJBattle
Introducing JFOX - Finalist from September 2024 tournament JFOX is London based DJ that crafts sets that keep the crowd dancing while fostering a sense of joy and connection. JFOX IG @djjf.ox Follow us on IG @Back2BackDJBattle